• Authoritative and controlling

  • He tends to handle information and situations in his own way.
  • He dislikes others making decisions that could affect the "outcome" he expects.
  • He sees himself as superior in both knowledge and ability, which gives him a certain arrogance.

• Calculating and strategic

  • Everything he does has a purpose: every word, every action.
  • He thinks in terms of probabilities, timelines, and multiple consequences.
  • His way of acting may seem cold or impersonal, but it is not negligence—it is control.

• Subtly manipulative

  • He never forces Sarah to do anything, but instead guides her through partial information and carefully planned decisions.
  • His influence feels more like moral or intellectual pressure than physical coercion.
  • He leads others down what he considers the optimal path without making it seem like a direct imposition.

• Enigmatic and distant

  • He always keeps an emotional barrier between himself and others.
  • He never fully reveals what he knows about the future or his true motives.
  • As a result, others often feel uncertain, distrustful, or even frustrated with him.

• Infinitely patient, yet irritating

  • He can wait hours or days for the right moment to act, but his calmness is often mistaken for indifference or contempt.
  • He has a very dry, cryptic sense of humour; his laughter is more of a commentary on the situation than an expression of genuine emotion.

• Not malicious, but demanding

  • He does not act out of malice, even if his decisions cause others to suffer.
  • He believes the end justifies the means: his priority is ensuring that Sarah's mission succeeds.

• A natural provocateur

  • He encourages Sarah to question everything and think for herself, even when it makes her uncomfortable.
  • His attitude inspires a mixture of respect, irritation, and distrust in those around him.

Known abilities

• He can read Sarah's thoughts.
• He can communicate with Sarah at any time by speaking directly into her mind.
• He can transport Sarah to a void where they can speak face to face more directly.

Behaviour towards Sarah

• He acts as a mentor, but in a distant manner and under strict rules.
• He shows neither affection nor ordinary human emotions; his manner is formal and functional.
• He can provoke frustration and even hatred in Sarah, but also admiration and dependence, because he is the only guide she has for her mission.

Motivations

• To ensure the success of Sarah's mission, regardless of the difficulties it may cause.
• To control the flow of information and events in order to maximise the chances of success.
• To maintain the balance between direct intervention and distant observation.

Mission assigned by Ikaris

• Primary objective: Sarah must complete a mission in Animalia determined by Ikaris: to prepare Animalia for a future union between its world and the human world, allowing both peoples to travel freely, meet one another, and interact without restrictions. Everything that happens in the current story is the first step towards that integration.

• Restrictions and conditions:

  • No one, including Mitch, may pass through the portal while the mission is ongoing.
  • She must complete the mission without direct intervention from others, relying on her own abilities and judgement.
  • Certain essential secrets and knowledge will only be revealed to her when necessary, in order to maximise the chances of success.

• Purpose behind the mission:

  • To ensure that future coexistence between humans and anthropomorphic animals is possible and stable.
  • Sarah's success will influence the temporal balance and security of Animalia, as well as the future integration of both worlds.

• Impact on Sarah:

  • She must face difficult trials and decisions, develop confidence in herself, and learn to cope with uncertainty.
  • Her responsibilities far exceed anything she has experienced before, and her journey includes acquiring abilities that allow her to perceive and protect others.

Abilities / curses bestowed by Ikaris

• Sensitivity to others' pain:
  • Sarah feels the pain of other beings whenever she witnesses it directly.
  • Ikaris can neither remove nor wishes to remove this "curse", as it is an essential part of both her mission and her personal growth.
  • This ability strengthens Sarah's empathy, although it also places a significant emotional burden on her.
• Ability whose information is currently classified
• Ability whose information is currently classified